Explanation
The purpose of this legislation is to amend Section 1145.05 of the Columbus City Codes, 1959, in order to update the Sewer Design and Construction Specification. This ordinance will allow the complete replacement of Section 1145.05 authorized by Ordinance Number 2706-90.
Updating of Columbus City Code 1145.05 to require outside interceptors for all new or remodeled food service establishments. The requirement applies to anyone seeking a plumbing permit and grease separation required by applicable codes, Health Department or DOSD. The applicant must install an outside grease interceptor, unless the applicant demonstrates that such an interceptor is impractical. In such a case, the City would authorize installation of an inside grease trap conforming to standard Plumbing and Drainage Institute requirements.
Fiscal Impact: No funding is required
Title
To enact new Section 1145.05 of the Columbus City Codes, 1959, and to repeal existing Section 1145.05 of the City Code in order to modify the standard for Sewer Design and Construction Specifications.
Body
WHEREAS, Columbus City Council adopted Section 1145.05 of the Columbus City Codes, 1959 in accordance with Ordinance Number 2706-90, and
WHEREAS, a complete revision of Section 1145.05 is being requested and,
WHEREAS, this section of the Columbus City Codes 1959 applies to sewer design and construction specifications, and
WHEREAS, this revision is being submitted by the Division of Sewerage and Drainage for adoption by the Columbus City Council, now, therefore
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS
Section 1. That a new section 1145.05 of the Columbus City Codes, 1959, is hereby enacted to read as follows:
1145.05 SEWER DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS
(A) All new sewers and connections to the treatment works must be properly designed and constructed in accordance with the City of Columbus Construction and Specifications Manual, Columbus City Codes, Chapter 1131 through 1143 inclusive.
(B) Whenever required by the Division of Sewerage and Drainage, the User of any property serviced by a sewer carrying nonresidential wastewater shall install separators, as necessary, for the proper handling of liquid wastes containing grease, sand, oil or any other materials that may violate the provisions of this Chapter. The design of any required separator shall be submitted for review and approval by the Director prior to installation.
(C) Whenever a plumbing permit is required by Columbus City Code Chapter 4113, and grease separation is required, the applicant shall install grease interceptor(s) immediately outside the building where there is easy access for cleaning. If the applicant demonstrates that installation of an outside interceptor is impractical to the satisfaction of the City, installation of grease trap(s) shall conform to all applicable regulations.
Section 2: That existing section 1145.05 of the Columbus City Codes, 1959, is hereby repealed.
1145.05 Sewer design and construction specifications.
(A) All now sewers and connections to the treatment works must be properly designed and constructed in accordance with the City of Columbus Construction and Specifications Manual and Columbus City Codes, Chapters 1131 through 1143 inclusive.
(B) Whenever required by the Division of Sewerage and Drainage, the user of any property serviced by a sanitary sewer carrying nonresidential wastewater shall install separators, as necessary, for the proper handling of liquid wastes containing grease, sand, oil or any other materials that may violate the provisions of this chapter. The design of any required separator shall be submitted for review and approval by the Director prior to installation. (Ord. 2706-90.)
Section 3. That this ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.